Live FX

Mid-market rate. Cash counters typically charge a 3–6% spread.

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Amount in USD

Where to exchange cash in Seoul

• Myeong-dong sidewalk exchangers (around exit 6 of Myeong-dong Stn.) — best mid-market rates.
• Itaewon "Cash & Carry" — open late, EN/AR/RU staff.
• Major bank branches — safest but worst rate.
• Airport KEB Hana booth — convenient but ~5% worse than downtown.

• Refuse DCC (Dynamic Currency Conversion) at terminals — pay in KRW.
• Travel debit cards (Wise, Revolut, Travel-Wallet) usually beat cash exchange.
• Use bank ATMs marked Global / 외환 — Shinhan, Woori, Citi, BC Card.
• Big traditional markets prefer cash. ATMs at 7-Eleven and CU accept foreign cards.
• Most cabs, all subways and chain restaurants take contactless Visa/Mastercard.
• Avoid airport-arrivals exchange counters unless you need a small starter amount.